The conversion of De Tukker into a sailing cargo ship is not without its setbacks. With the vision of solving the problem of shipping pollution, the EcoClipper cooperative bought a large sailing ship with overdue maintenance at the beginning of this year: De Tukker..
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The tukker was put back into the water at the 17th of October 2022 after an extensive restoration process.
OPEN SHIP “de TUKKER”
The open ship event will take place the 29th of October 2022 at Talsma Shipyard in Franeker, Netherlands.
De Tukker Update 11th July 2022
The refit of De Tukker continues! Have a look at some excellent photos of the crew de-greasing the cargo hold.
Sail to Steam and Back Again
Follow the journey of ships – from sail to steam!
Video: Expert CFD analysis for the EcoClipper500
EcoClipper has partnered with Cape Horn Engineering to optimise the EcoClipper500 hull design by using Computational Fluid Dynamics.
Hellenic Shipping: Cape Horn Engineering partners with sustainable shipping initiative EcoClipper
The innovative EcoClipper ship concept has been created by a group of visionaries to help reduce global emissions and to create a greener, shipping industry.
Ships & Bunker: Cape Horn Engineering joins EcoClipper Sail Cargo Ship Project
cape horn engineering joined shipping company EcoClipper’s project to design a sail cargo ship.
Nauticlink: Engelse en Nederlandse samenwerking voor emissievrij schip.
EcoClipper is een innovatief zeilend vrachtschip concept, ontwikkeld door de gelijknamige Alkmaarse startup, om door middel van het terugdringen van emissies een ‘groene’ transportrevolutie in de scheepvaart te realiseren.
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OPEN SHIP “de TUKKER”
The open ship event will take place the 29th of October 2022 at Talsma Shipyard in Franeker, Netherlands.
Last minute: Sail along Kingston upon Hull to Amsterdam!
Departure 19th of July2023: A last-minute option that will not only satisfy your wanderlust but also provide you with a unique and memorable experience.
Video: Sailing cargo vessel at anchor, Dunbar UK.
De Tukker: A 1912 coastal trader turned sail training vessel. Now part of the EcoClipper fleet, she sails cargo and travellers across seas.
De Tukker: A 1912 coastal trader turned sail training vessel. Now part of the EcoClipper fleet, she sails cargo and travellers across seas.
Carmen’s Adventure at Sea.
Join Carmen on her unforgettable sailing adventure aboard De Tukker. Discover the beauty of the sea and the joy of exploring new horizons.